November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
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Contributors, Indeed!
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the Christian Standard editorial retreat, where contributing editors exchange ideas, shape future magazine content, and strengthen relationships through diverse perspectives and shared commitments.
No More Laters
Jim Tune explores the connection between procrastination and perfectionism, examining how fear of criticism, people pleasing, and self-image can keep us from taking action and accepting ourselves honestly.
The First Answer
What makes a healthy church? Mark A. Taylor explains why congregational vitality begins with individual members who take responsibility for their spiritual growth, prayer, generosity, relationships, and service.
Going Strong
Women of Strength inspires women to find purpose through meaningful mission and service. Jennifer Johnson reflects on Gayla Congdon's approach to building relationships, using personal gifts, and making…
Showing Their Strength and Connecting as Women
Amor Ministries' Women of Strength mission trips bring women together to build homes, experience South African culture, and develop meaningful relationships through service, worship, and shared experiences.
Child Sponsorship Made Easy
Christian Missionary Fellowship's Start! program helps churches introduce child sponsorship through ready-to-use resources and events, connecting members with children who need educational, nutritional, medical, and spiritual support.
Do You Have Eyes But Fail to See?
Tim Harlow reflects on Jesus' healing of a blind man in Mark 8, exploring how incomplete spiritual vision can keep believers from recognizing God's work and trusting him…
The War on Sleep
Jim Tune challenges the culture of sleepless achievement, exploring the effects of artificial light and technology before turning to Scripture and Jesus' example of rest as part of…
New Steps and a New Gift
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Christmas giving and the limits of seasonal charity, challenging readers to consider systemic poverty, lasting relationships, and the deeper meaning of generosity.
Have You Ever Seen an Angel?
Why did angels repeatedly say, “Do not be afraid”? Mark A. Taylor explores the fear experienced by Zechariah, Mary, and the shepherds, and the reassurance Christmas offers about…
Starting at the Bottom
Jim Tune reflects on the profound mystery of the incarnation, exploring how Jesus humbled himself without ceasing to be God and why the wonder of Christ's coming should…
A Promise for More Than the Shepherds
At Longwood Gardens, a familiar Christmas carol moves Mark A. Taylor to reflect on grief, uncertainty, and the promise of peace that speaks to troubled hearts during the…
The Crime-Poverty Connection
Doug Priest reviews The Locust Effect by Gary Haugen and Victor Boutros, examining how violence and broken justice systems undermine poverty relief and why meaningful reform matters for…
Green Transitions to Become LCU’s 7th President
Lincoln Christian University's trustees unanimously selected Dr. Don Green as the institution's seventh president, recognizing his decades of leadership experience, service to the university, and commitment to preparing…
Why I’m Hoping to Lose
Jim Tune reflects on Jacob's wrestling match with God and a conversation from Nikos Kazantzakis, exploring how spiritual maturity involves surrendering the need to win and allowing God…
